Assistant Professor in Manufacturing Engineering Technology (Tenure Track)
Old Dominion University
Norfolk, VA
Full-time
Education
Posted on April 12, 2024
Posting Details
Posting Details
Job Title
Assistant Professor in Manufacturing Engineering Technology (Tenure Track)
Department
ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY
Position Number
F0060A
Job Description
The Frank Batten College of Engineering & Technology (BCET) at Old Dominion University (ODU) invites applications for a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor rank in the Department of Engineering Technology, beginning Fall 2024.
We seek candidates with a strong background and interest in the broad domain of engineering technologies with emphasis on advanced manufacturing systems and related emerging research priority areas that address challenges and leverage opportunities outlined in the ODU's strategic plan “Forward-Focused: Where Innovation Meets Possibilities” and the BCET's strategic plan “Focus on the Future”. Examples include research focused on the development of technologies and their applications in additive manufacturing (3D printing), smart manufacturing (IoT and automation), digital twins, industrial robotics, advanced materials, biomanufacturing, machine learning, and artificial intelligence.
The successful candidate is expected to teach courses in the Manufacturing Engineering Technology program, and opportunities for teaching graduate courses in the candidate's area of expertise will also be available through graduate faculty appointments with other departments in the college, The successful candidate is expected to establish a strong interdisciplinary and externally funded research program in one or more of the research focus areas outlined above and develop active collaboration with faculty and researchers in the college and across campus. The successful candidate will also have the opportunity to collaborate with faculty affiliated with the newly established Institute for Autonomous and Connected Systems and the Institute for Engineering in Medicine, Health, and Human Performance in the college.
The Manufacturing Engineering Technology program has been recently established in the college with expected growth in enrollment through various pipelines with community colleges and partnerships with the manufacturing industry in the Commonwealth and beyond. The successful candidate is expected to teach and develop undergraduate lecture and laboratory courses in one or more of the following areas: embedded systems technology, computer engineering technology, networking system design, instrumentation systems design, or related courses. Additionally, the candidate will be expected to provide guidance for senior design capstone projects within their area of expertise, engage in various service activities, and demonstrate an unwavering commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) among students, faculty, and staff.
Position Type
FullTime
Type of Recruitment
General Public
Type of Recruitment
General Public
Minimum Qualifications - knowledge, skills, and abilities
The candidate must have a Ph.D. or equivalent terminal degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a closely related field by May 2024.
Minimum Qualifications - Special licenses, registration or certification
Preferred Qualifications
Location
Norfolk, VA
Job Open Date
01/09/2024
Application Review Date
02/15/2024
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants / Additional Materials Required
Interested candidates should submit materials at https://jobs.odu.edu/hr/postings/19920and attach the following with their online application:
Telework Friendly
No
Equity Statement
It is the policy of Old Dominion University to provide equal employment, educational and social opportunities for all persons, without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), color, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), national origin, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, political affiliation, sexual orientation or genetic information. Individuals from minoritized communities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Reasonable Accommodation Request
If you are an individual with a disability and require reasonable accommodation, please contact the Office of Institutional Equity & Diversity at (757) 683-3141.
Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or consistent with contractor's legal duty to furnish information.
College Home Page
https://www.odu.edu/engineering
Department Home Page
https://www.odu.edu/engtech
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Required Documents
Posting Details
Job Title
Assistant Professor in Manufacturing Engineering Technology (Tenure Track)
Department
ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY
Position Number
F0060A
Job Description
The Frank Batten College of Engineering & Technology (BCET) at Old Dominion University (ODU) invites applications for a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor rank in the Department of Engineering Technology, beginning Fall 2024.
We seek candidates with a strong background and interest in the broad domain of engineering technologies with emphasis on advanced manufacturing systems and related emerging research priority areas that address challenges and leverage opportunities outlined in the ODU's strategic plan “Forward-Focused: Where Innovation Meets Possibilities” and the BCET's strategic plan “Focus on the Future”. Examples include research focused on the development of technologies and their applications in additive manufacturing (3D printing), smart manufacturing (IoT and automation), digital twins, industrial robotics, advanced materials, biomanufacturing, machine learning, and artificial intelligence.
The successful candidate is expected to teach courses in the Manufacturing Engineering Technology program, and opportunities for teaching graduate courses in the candidate's area of expertise will also be available through graduate faculty appointments with other departments in the college, The successful candidate is expected to establish a strong interdisciplinary and externally funded research program in one or more of the research focus areas outlined above and develop active collaboration with faculty and researchers in the college and across campus. The successful candidate will also have the opportunity to collaborate with faculty affiliated with the newly established Institute for Autonomous and Connected Systems and the Institute for Engineering in Medicine, Health, and Human Performance in the college.
The Manufacturing Engineering Technology program has been recently established in the college with expected growth in enrollment through various pipelines with community colleges and partnerships with the manufacturing industry in the Commonwealth and beyond. The successful candidate is expected to teach and develop undergraduate lecture and laboratory courses in one or more of the following areas: embedded systems technology, computer engineering technology, networking system design, instrumentation systems design, or related courses. Additionally, the candidate will be expected to provide guidance for senior design capstone projects within their area of expertise, engage in various service activities, and demonstrate an unwavering commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) among students, faculty, and staff.
Position Type
FullTime
Type of Recruitment
General Public
Type of Recruitment
General Public
Minimum Qualifications - knowledge, skills, and abilities
- Relevant experience and expertise in one or more of the research areas outlined above, demonstrated by a record of peer-reviewed journal publications and success in securing sponsored research from various funding agencies and organizations.
- The ability to teach core undergraduate courses.
- A demonstrated commitment to student success, recruitment, and retention.
The candidate must have a Ph.D. or equivalent terminal degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a closely related field by May 2024.
Minimum Qualifications - Special licenses, registration or certification
Preferred Qualifications
- A demonstrated record in external research funding, interdisciplinary collaboration, and industry and government partnerships.
- Experience in applying cutting-edge engineering concepts, techniques, and tools to more than one of the high-priority research areas outlined above.
- A successful record of teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in a discipline closely related to engineering technology.
Location
Norfolk, VA
Job Open Date
01/09/2024
Application Review Date
02/15/2024
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants / Additional Materials Required
Interested candidates should submit materials at https://jobs.odu.edu/hr/postings/19920and attach the following with their online application:
- A cover letter;
- A curriculum vitae;
- A diversity statement;
- A statement of teaching philosophy;
- A statement of research interests;
- Unofficial graduate transcripts; and
- Contact information for three professional references.
Telework Friendly
No
Equity Statement
It is the policy of Old Dominion University to provide equal employment, educational and social opportunities for all persons, without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), color, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), national origin, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, political affiliation, sexual orientation or genetic information. Individuals from minoritized communities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Reasonable Accommodation Request
If you are an individual with a disability and require reasonable accommodation, please contact the Office of Institutional Equity & Diversity at (757) 683-3141.
Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or consistent with contractor's legal duty to furnish information.
College Home Page
https://www.odu.edu/engineering
Department Home Page
https://www.odu.edu/engtech
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
- The Chronicle of Higher Education (website or print)
- Higheredjobs.com
- DiverseJobs.com
- InsightIntoDiversity.com
- Jobs.Virginia.gov
- Old Dominion University website
- Virginia Pilot (website or print)
- Richmond Times Dispatch (website or print)
- Other
- If you selected 'Other,' how did you hear about this employment opportunity?
(Open Ended Question)
Required Documents
- Cover Letter/Letter of Application
- Curriculum Vitae
- Diversity/Inclusion Statement
- Teaching Philosophy
- Statement of Research Interests
- Unofficial Graduate Transcripts
- Contact Information for Professional References
